There is no gold star for running on coffee, three bites of lunch, and pure spite. Give the rest of your routine some attention, too.
When your appetite is quieter, getting enough nutrition still matters. Include protein foods you tolerate—eggs, Greek yogurt, fish, chicken, tofu, or beans—and ask your clinician or dietitian for a target that fits you.
Protein and strength training work together to support muscle during weight loss. A shake can be convenient; it doesn’t replace a varied eating plan. [4]
Keep fluids handy and sip regularly. Dehydration can show up as thirst, darker urine, headaches, tiredness, or dizziness. Follow any fluid limits your clinician has given you. [5]
Electrolyte packets are optional—not a GLP-1 requirement. If vomiting or diarrhea is causing fluid loss, ask a pharmacist about an oral rehydration solution. If you cannot keep fluids down, get medical advice promptly.
Set a reminder for your prescribed schedule. Keep your instructions and care-team contact information where you can find them. Check with your pharmacist about storage, missed doses, and the right supplies for your medication.
A stranger’s injection-day ritual is not part of your prescription.
You don’t need to skip dinner or punish yourself with another workout to prove you’re trying. Aim for a routine you can keep doing. Rest belongs in it.
If eating enough is becoming difficult, tell your care team. That is useful information, not a personal failure.
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